Test 2 Flashcards

1
Q

Directive

A

An order to one or more persons, either by name or by class/group to take some specific actions.
A-101.08

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All directives will be numbered sequentially and will include the year of origin preceded by __________

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“D” e.g. D 18-001

A- 101.08

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3
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Informational Bulletins

A

Published for the general knowledge of its recipients.

A-101.08

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4
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Directives are initiated by _______

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Captains or higher rank

A-101.08

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5
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Informational bulletins may be initiated by ________

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Any rank

A-101.08

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6
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All email messages are _________ and are property of the city.

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Public records

A-101.08

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7
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Public Disclosure

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All email files are regarded as official city business records and not personal property. All computer records are regarded as not confidential or personal
A102.11

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Electronic records

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Records stored or archived in a form only a computer can process. Also includes the electronic transfer of information.
A102.11

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Public Records

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Any writing containing information relating to the conduct of government or the performance of any governmental or propriety function owned, used, or retained by the City of West Palm Beach.
A102.11

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10
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Appropriate communication

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Email is to be used for professional business communication. Use of language and subject matter should reflect business purposes.
A-102.11

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11
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Electronic mail

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Any electronic messaging system or device that allows the transfer of electronic data, messages, text, ideas, sounds or images via electronic device.
A-102.11

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12
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Personal calls shall be limited to be ____________ minutes in duration and shall not interfere with fire rescue business.

A

5 (five)

A103.01

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13
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Personal communication devices are not permitted during the _____ and the ______

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Beginning, ending of the call

A103.01

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14
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Prohibited imaging devices

A

Cameras, video cameras, cell phones, helmet cameras, or any other imaging devices.
A103.01

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15
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Images taken by officers for the purpose of public information will be sent to the ___________ with a brief summary of the scene.

A

Fire rescue PIO

A103.01

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16
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Parking lot gates and station doors will be closed no later than ______ and exterior lighting shall be illuminated.

A

2000Hrs

103.03

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17
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Civilians or family are no allowed to be present in any fire department facility after _____ without approval from an ________ or higher.

A

2000hrs; Assistant chief.

103.03

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18
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Sensitive items with high monetary value.

A

Auto pulse, drug box, ECG monitor, tablet, Knox box keys, MDT, Narc keys, portable radio, SCBA, SCBA voice amplifier, TIC.
103.03

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19
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___ Keys are provided for the rescue and ___ key is provided for an suppression unit for the medic compartment.

A

Two; One

A103.03

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20
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The readiness of the station and personnel during visits will be the responsibility of the company officer. which will include.

A

Cleanliness of the station.
Assurance of non-essential activities curtailed. (television usage, meal-breaks, rest period)
A103-07

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21
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Due to safety, security, and liability issues non-fire rescue personnel are not permitted in the __________

A

Sleeping quarters.

A103.07

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22
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When needed to go through a wallet or purse its best to perform this infant of an ________ or ________ so that it is witnessed.

A

Law enforcement officer; Crew member

A106.02

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23
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Items left of units should be secured and turned over to the ________

A

EMS captain

A106.02

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24
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When working a suspected or known crime scene the primary consideration is ________ and _________

A

Personnel safety; patient care

A106.04

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25
Q

When no medical care is rendered, such as DOA access to the area shall be restricted to two personnel ________ and _______

A

Company officer; Paramedic

A106.04

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26
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When patient is DOA the law enforcement agency shall be notified using the ______ signal and if its fire related the on duty B/C will be notified with a ______ and also notify the ________

A

Code 7; Code 10; Fire marshal

A106.05

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27
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If eyes are exposed to any bodily fluids flush for _____ minutes with _____ water

A

15; Sterile

A106.14

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28
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If exposed, follow the instructions on the ___________ located on all units.

A

Exposure packet

A106.15

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29
Q

Contact the EMS captain and the _____________ as soon as possible.

A

Designated infectious control officer “DICO”

A106.15

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30
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_________ shall be completed the Lotus notes in addition to the ________

A

On the job injury; Exposure packet

A106.15

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31
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_______ approved disinfectant detergents will be used for cleaning equipment.

A

EPA/CDC

A106.17

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32
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All equipment shall be tested ______ to ensure proper working order and if corrective maintenance is needed report it to the ________

A

Daily; EMS captain

A106.17

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33
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Fabric equipment bags should be washed using soap and water solution, any other fabric will be soaked with a _____ bleach solution or approved disinfectant for maximum of ______

A

10%; 1 hour

A106.17

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34
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Administrative preceeding

A

Any non-judaical hearing which may result in the recommendation, approval, or order of disciplinary action against or suspension of, or termination of a fire fighter.
A102.01

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35
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Informal inquiry

A

A meeting by supervisory or management personnel with a firefighter about whom an allegation of misconduct has come to their attention.
A102.01

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36
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Formal investigation

A

An investigation ordered by supervisory personnel during which the questioning of a firefighter is conducted for the purpose of gathering evidence of misconduct or wrong doing. Possible reprimand, suspension or termination.
A102.01

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37
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Interrogation

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The questioning of a fire fighter in connection with a formal investigation or administrative proceeding, this not include questioning during the course of arbitration or civil service proceedings. A102.01

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38
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Notice of investigation

A

Notice of formal investigation ordered by the fire chief or their designee for the purpose of gathering evidence of misconduct or wrong doing.
A102.01

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39
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Employee witness

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Employees interviewed as a witness in an internal investigation shall answer questions or render material and relevant statements to the designated departmental authority when so directed.
A102.01

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40
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Emergency absence

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Available for an unforeseen emergency not for personnel or immediate family illness/injury. Short duration family emergency. Verification may be needed if in excess of 6hours.
A102.08

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41
Q

Family and Medical leave (FMLA)

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Unpaid or applicable paid leave for specific medical and family reasons.
A102.08

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42
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Medical verification

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A physicians verification of medical treatment for an illness or injury stating the reasons for the absence, date the employee or family member was under their care, and when employee is able to return to work.

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43
Q

Medical verification must be turned into the Fire Chief __________ within ___ days upon returning to duty

A

Administrative assistant; 30

A102.08

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44
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Sick with pay

A

Approved time off, with pay, due to an incapacitating illness or injury to the employee or immediate family member. Not intended as time-off for any other purpose and can be denied by Fire Chief or his/her designee.
A102.08

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45
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Verification of need

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Proof of need for Emergency absence not related to illness/injury to the member or family.
A102.08

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46
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If employee has been abusing sick leave then the employee placed on restriction/probabtion for a period of ______ and hen be counseled on sick leave usage.

A

12months

A102.08

47
Q

First occurence of sick leave during restriction period with no verification shall not be approved for __________

A

absence with pay

A102.08

48
Q

Second occurence of sick leave during restriction period with no verification shall not be approved for __________

A

absence with pay and suspension up to 24hrs

A102.08

49
Q

Third occurence of sick leave during restriction period with no verification after the 24hour suspension may result in _________.

A

Dismissal

A102.08

50
Q

The first step in discipline shall be ________ in nature.

A

Rehabilitative

A102.13

51
Q

Personnel are considered tardy if they arrive within ____ of start of their shift.

A

3hrs

A102.13

52
Q

Absent without leave AWOL

A

Employee is considered absent if he/she arrives later than 3hrs for shift.
A102.13

53
Q

City accidents

Non-preventable

A

The driver of the city vehicle did nothing to contribute to the accident.
A102.13

54
Q

City accidents

Preventable

A

Where it can be determined that the driver was negligent to the extent that any citizen would’ve been charged if involved in the accident.
A102.13

55
Q

City accidents

Preventable with extenuating circumstances

A

Resulting from the lawful efforts of the driver where his/her intent and actions were prudent and official. Although deemed in violation of a traffic regulation, SOG and SOP, were unavoidable.
A102.13

56
Q

Internal investigation

Not sustained

A

There is insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
A102.13

57
Q

Internal investigation

Exonerated

A

The incident occurred however, personnel actions were justified and lawful.
A102.13

58
Q

Internal investigation

Unfounded

A

The complainant admits to making a false allegation, the accused was not involved in the incident or the incident did not occur.
A102.13

59
Q

Internal investigation

Sustained

A

The allegation is supported by sufficient evidence to indicate that personnel committed the acts.
A102.13

60
Q

Internal investigation

Sustained other

A

Investigation revealed that the personnel committed a violation other than the original allegation.
A102.13

61
Q

Internal investigation

Policy failure

A

The allegation is true but personnel acted in a manner consistent with policy.
A102.13

62
Q

Verbal counseling

A

A documented meeting held by a supervisor to provide immediate corrective actions

63
Q

The human resources ___________ form is located in lotus notes shall be used to document the session.

A

Employee counseling.

64
Q

When utilizing the SCBA, team needs to be at least _____ personnel

A

2

T102.02

65
Q

All personnel have the responsibility of what ?? relating to PPE

A
  • Report to duty with ensemble of PPE complete
  • Monitor condition of PPE
  • Place PPE and PAT on assigned UIP prior to reporting to duty
66
Q

________ shall not be worn until arrival on scene.

A

Helmets.

T102.02

67
Q

Gross decon shall be performed with ______ and _______ prior to leaving scene.

A

Water and cleaning solution

T102.02

68
Q

PPE for EMS incidents

A

Medical gloves. (respiratory, eye/face and splash protective garments must be readily available, safety vest for roadways)
T102.02

69
Q

D/E must don their ______ and ______ prior to responding to fire and MVCs.

A

Bunker pants; Boots

T102.02

70
Q

__________ shall determine whether to stop and don gear or wait until at the incident

A

Company officer

T102.02

71
Q

Fire alarms, trash fires, Service calls.

A

1 Engine, aerial or squad

72
Q

Residential Structure Fire

A

2 Engines, 1 Aerial, 1 Squad, 1 HM, 2 Rescues, 1 EMS captain, 1 B/C

73
Q

Residential 2nd alarm

A

1 Engine, 1 Aerial, 1 Rescue, ! Ops Chief

74
Q

Commercial Alarm

A

3 Engines, 2 Aerials, 1 Squad, 2 Rescues, 1 EMS captain, 1 HM, 2 B/C

75
Q

Commercial 2nd alarm

A

2 Engines, 1 Aerial, 2 Rescue, 1 Ops chief

76
Q

High Rise alarm

A

Same as commercial

3 Engines, 2 Aerials, 1 Squad, 2 Rescues, 1 EMS captain, 1 HM, 2 B/C

77
Q

High Rise 2nd alarm

A

Same as commercial with 1 B/C; 2 Engines, 1 Aerial, 2 Rescue, 1 Ops chief

78
Q

Vehicle fire or brush fire.

A

1 Suppression unit and 1 Rescue

79
Q

Vehicle fire 2nd alarm

A

1 Engine or Squad, 1 EMS captain, 1 B/C, 1 Brush truck.

80
Q

Vehicle in canal

A

1 suppression unit, 1 Rescue, 1 EMS, 1 B/C

81
Q

MVC alarm

A

1 Suppression unit and 1 Rescue

82
Q

MVC w/ extrication

A

1 Suppression unit, 1 Rescue, 1 EMS captain, 1 HM

W/ Technical rescue assignment.

83
Q

Chem emergency and gas leak

A

1 Suppression unit, 1 rescue, 1 EMS captain, 1 B/C.

W/ Haz-Mat assignment

84
Q

Trauma alerts, cardiac arrest, Drowning

A

1 Suppression unit, 1 rescue, 1 EMS captain

85
Q

Open water rescue

A

1 Suppression unit, 2 rescue, 1 EMS captain

86
Q

Medical

A

1 rescue

87
Q

The objective of truck company operations is to perform truck functions simultaneously with the ________ to ensure a coordinated attack

A

Fire attack

T104.02

88
Q

Truck company primary function includes :

A

Forcible entry, ventilation, and search & rescue.

T104.02

89
Q

When a truck company arrives first on a fire they will _______, _______, and announce also if they will be operating inside or outside truck

A

size up, establish command

T104.02

90
Q

Task performed by inside truck

A

Position near front of building for aerial, forcible entry, primary search and fire location, salvage and overhaul, assist fire attack.
T104.02

91
Q

Task performed by outside truck

A

VEIS, ventilation, ladders for egress, secure utilities.

T104.02

92
Q

Salvage and overhaul tool assignments

A

Officer- TIC, 6’ hook, light
D/E- Irons, 6’ hook, light
F/F- Irons, saw (if needed), light
T104.02

93
Q

High Rise tool assignments

A

Officer- TIC, 6’hook, Hydra ram, light
D/E- Elevator keys, 6’ hook, water can, light
F/F- Irons, rope bag, light
T104.02

94
Q

The IRIC include:

A

-Temporary two person RIC team assigned to allow teams to enter IDLH condition.
-Priority of command is to upgrade IRIC to RIC as soon as practically possible.
T101.03

95
Q

One IRIC member must be solely dedicated to account for the __________________

A

Location of interior companies.

T101.03

96
Q

Second IRIC member may take on other oles such as:

A

IC, safety officer, and pump operator.

T101.03

97
Q

Standards exceptions to the IRIC on structure fires.

A

-There is a life hazard where immediate action could save a life.
-Fire in the incipient stage where could be controlled by a portable fire extinguisher
T101.03

98
Q

RIC equipment.

A

TIC, Irons, RIC pack, Light

T101.03

99
Q

_________ is the only that can clear the _________ mode

A

Command; Emergency traffic

T101.03

100
Q

When the need to evacuate a structure or hazardous area arises:

A
  • Command must radio “Emergency traffic for evacuation and order the evacuation.
  • Dispatch must broadcast the high and low tone and announce Emergency traffic for command, evacuate the building.
    T104.16
101
Q

Evacuation signal

Shall consist of related blasts of air horn for _____ and then silence for ______

A

10seconds; 10seconds

T104.16

102
Q

Air horn blasts shall be performed ___ times and total air horn evacuation signal time included periods of silence shall last _____.

A

3 times; 50seconds

T104.16

103
Q

Command shall initiate a roll call using the PAS under the following circumstances.

A
  • Upon receiving a MAYDAY
  • Fire went from Offensive to defensive
    -Significant incident such as collapse or explosions
    -Command determines need
    T104.16
104
Q

A MAYDAY may be used by

A

-F/F who is in need of assistance
-Company officer unable to account for assigned F/F operating in IDLH atmosphere
-F/F whom witnesses a MAYDAY situation
T104.17

105
Q

Dispatch routinely monitors _______ and TAC channels _____. When a tac channel is assigned to incident such at Tac 7A it receives a dedicated dispatcher.

A

Fire main; 2-5

T104.17

106
Q

Dispatch shall notify command of F/F ____, ____, and _________.

A

Unit, location, TAC channel

T104.17

107
Q

MCI levels

A
1- 5-10
2- 11-20
3- 21-100
4- 101-1000
5- 1001++
T104.15
108
Q

Groups needed at an MCI incident.

A
Treatment
Transport
Landing
Extrication
HAZMAT
Rehab
T104.15
109
Q

Which group is in charge of keeping track of which patients went to which facility and maintaining a hospital log where each patient went.

A

Transportation group.

T104.15

110
Q

For transport purposes in MCI dispatch needs to know:

A

-Number of patients going to a facility
-Number of trauma alerts
-Priority Red, Yellow, and Green
-Special needs. EG. burns, peds, cardiac
T104.15

111
Q

When fire flows are anticipated to exceed ______ relay pumping operations shall be used to maintain adequate residual pressure.

A

600 GPM

T104.07

112
Q

Hoseline placement priorities are:

A

-Between fire and person endangered by fire
-Between fire and exposure if no life hazard is involved.
T104.07

113
Q

All persons rescued from locked vehicles shall be _________ and an _______ completed.

A

Medically evaluated; EMS report

T104.12

114
Q

Entry into a occupied vehicle, owner not present.

A

-Request a PD response
-Include PD case number in NFIRS
T104.12